Drug and Alcohol Licensed Therapist

Requirements

• Masters degree in a behavioral health field (e.g., Counseling, Social Work, Psychology)
• Active Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP) in Louisiana — accepted credentials include LAC, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT
• 1 year of experience providing therapeutic services, preferably within a substance use treatment setting preferred
• Experience supporting individuals with co-occurring (dual) diagnoses is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide Individual and Group Therapy: Facilitate structured and open-topic group sessions and conduct individualized therapy tailored to each client’s stage of recovery and clinical needs.
• Conduct Clinical Assessments: Evaluate clients to determine appropriate services, considering both clinical necessity and readiness for change.
• Manage a Caseload: Maintain an active caseload, tracking treatment progress, engagement levels, and evolving needs while ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
• Complete Clinical and SUD-Specific Assessments: Create individualized treatment plans, and facilitate therapeutic group sessions aligned with each client’s diagnosis, goals, and stage of recovery.
• Engage and Motivate Clients: Use motivational interviewing and other clinical techniques to encourage participation, especially among resistant or disengaged individuals.
• Collaborate with the Treatment Team: Work closely with case managers and other team members to coordinate care, share updates, and ensure clients are connected to necessary community resources.

Qualifications

Starting rate of $40.00 per hour
Location: 730 Colonial Drive Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806
This is a Fee-for-Service position.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
• Retail retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Pay & Schedule

Starting rate of $40.00 per hour

Schedule

Fee-for-Service position